{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mark Keppel High School","outOfStateSupporters":27.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9242228,"projectId":9518769,"letterContent":"Thank you so much again for your generosity in getting this project funded! The cleaning supplies and air fresheners have continued to keep our Wellness Center clean, cozy, and welcoming.\r\n\r\nAs students, staff, and parents have visited the space, we have received lots of positive feedback on how it remains clean and smells great. Students have especially noted that it has helped them better relax and recharge. It's been incredible to continue to see how something so small can make a difference in the day of a student. This year so far, we've had over 350 student visitors access the Wellness Center and its offerings\r\n\r\nAs we continue to run the Wellness Center, we look forward to developing new ways to best support our students and meet them where they are at.","fullyFundedDate":1756078954579,"projectUrl":"project/an-inviting-wellness-center-part-6/9518769/","projectTitle":"An Inviting Wellness Center- Part 6","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madrigal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9242228_orig.jpg?crop=2318,2318,x282,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695064482273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-madrigal"},{"teacherId":9409462,"projectId":9518770,"letterContent":"I want to express my most sincere gratitude in helping me provide accessible refreshments as this helped me to create a welcoming and comfortable environment, which encouraged students to participate more openly in discussions and activities.\r\n\r\nThe availability of having snacks supported students' focus as it provided quick boosts of energy during longer sessions. Light options like fruit snacks and water kept students hydrated and refreshed, while familiar treats like cookies and chips added an enjoyable element that helped reduce stress and make the setting feel more relaxed. These small but intentional offerings contributed to maintaining steady attention, improving mood, and fostering a sense of community among the students. \r\n\r\nSnacks and light refreshments are invitation for students to continue to attend our wellness workshops. My goal is to bring in more workshops that focus on healthy snack selections, which impact a mental wellness balance.","fullyFundedDate":1755746876585,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-and-focus-with-snacks/9518770/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity and Focus With Snacks Part II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Funes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-funes"},{"teacherId":7061552,"projectId":9649851,"letterContent":"Thank you for keeping our students healthy, focused, and inspired!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, the College & Career Center has remained a safe, clean, and welcoming space for hundreds of students each week. From college application help to career pathway planning, our center is busier than ever — and your donations have made a real difference in keeping it running smoothly.\r\n\r\nOur new supplies are used every single day. Students grab tissues and hand sanitizer before diving into scholarship essays or college applications. For the most part, our students keep the place tidy when they leave, never leaving a mess or unsanitary conditions for the next student. It might seem simple, but maintaining a clean, comfortable space helps students stay focused and keeps them coming back for guidance and support.\r\n\r\nAs we move into the next semester, students will continue using this space to prepare for FAFSA, explore college and career pathways, and celebrate their post-graduation plans. Because of you, they can focus on what really matters — their future.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping create a space where every student feels supported, valued, and ready to dream big.","fullyFundedDate":1756427838816,"projectUrl":"project/clean-safe-hub-for-college-and-career/9649851/","projectTitle":"Clean & Safe Hub for College and Career Readiness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. An","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7061552_orig.png?crop=282,282,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628531007475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ausd-ms-an"},{"teacherId":7061552,"projectId":6069768,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students were able to come together, learn, and have fun in ways that go beyond the traditional classroom. The trivia games have quickly become a favorite tradition on campus, giving students the opportunity to engage with college and career readiness in a format that feels exciting and approachable.\r\n\r\nBy using Kahoot, I was able to mix important college and financial aid knowledge with fun, lighthearted topics that students genuinely enjoy—like Marvel superheroes, sports, and pop culture. This format lowered the intimidation factor around big topics like scholarships and FAFSA, and made students more comfortable asking follow-up questions about their own futures.\r\n\r\nThe prizes and snacks you funded created even more excitement and participation. Whether students won a college t-shirt, a gift card, or just a granola bar and some encouragement, they left with a smile—and a little more knowledge. The rewards made them feel seen and celebrated, while the games themselves created a sense of community across grades 9–12.\r\n\r\nAs a counselor and alum of this school, it has been so meaningful to see my students engaged, laughing, and learning together. Many of them now stop by my office to talk more about colleges, majors, and opportunities they hadn't thought about before. This project has shown them that preparing for the future doesn't have to be stressful—it can be fun, collaborative, and empowering.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping me build a positive learning environment that sparks both curiosity and confidence. Your support is making a lasting impact on their journey toward college and career success.","fullyFundedDate":1640385672921,"projectUrl":"project/no-hangry-students/6069768/","projectTitle":"No Hangry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. An","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7061552_orig.png?crop=282,282,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628531007475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ausd-ms-an"},{"teacherId":9021839,"projectId":9278187,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in providing valuable supplies for my students. The compasses and protractors will be used during the second semester as they explore the wonders of geometry.\r\n\r\nIn the past, I have struggled with students who do not and cannot provide their own supplies. As you are aware, without the tools, students are unable to understand what arcs of a circle are nor can they comprehend the complexity of angles.\r\n\r\nWith the tools, every student now can have an equal opportunity to learn those concepts without limitations or status quo. We appreciate your generosity that makes this happen, and hope to gain your continuous support in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1746581801526,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-that-matter-2-all/9278187/","projectTitle":"Supplies that MATTER 2 ALL","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9021839_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y835&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684860155318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9021839"},{"teacherId":9242228,"projectId":9077949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much again for your generosity in getting this project funded! The snacks, waters, and cups were definitely positively received by our students and helped them stay engaged with mental health workshops facilitated in the space. \r\n\r\nWe received a lot great feedback from students when we offered these items for our workshops. We noticed that it not only increased engagement with the content, but with one another, allowing them to build connections with their peers. It has been so amazing to continue to see how something so small can make a difference in the day of a student. By the end of the 24-25 school year, we had over 1000 student visitors access the Wellness Center and its offerings, like our mental health workshops \r\n\r\nAs we continue to run the Wellness Center, we look forward to developing new ways to help best support our students and meet them where they are at.","fullyFundedDate":1742933409248,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-minds-one-snack-at-a-time/9077949/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Minds, One Snack at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madrigal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9242228_orig.jpg?crop=2318,2318,x282,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695064482273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-madrigal"},{"teacherId":9409462,"projectId":9083037,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Students!\r\nWe're incredibly grateful for your generous snacks and water bottle donations to our Coping Skills Workshop. Your support helps create a welcoming and nurturing environment where students can focus on learning valuable tools for emotional well-being—without an empty stomach as a distraction. Thank you for making a real difference in their day and their journey!\r\n\r\nYour snacks and water bottle donations played a bigger role than you might imagine. By keeping hunger at bay, the snacks helped students stay focused, energized, and fully engaged during our Coping Skills Workshop. With their basic needs met, students were able to participate more actively, absorb the material, and practice the tools they need to support their mental and emotional well-being. Thank you for being part of their growth!","fullyFundedDate":1738340736976,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-and-focus-with-snacks/9083037/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity and Focus with Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Funes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-funes"},{"teacherId":9021839,"projectId":8921947,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contributions to make this 2-day event a fun and meaningful for about 950 students/teachers/staff!!\r\n\r\nEvery year, our student population will participate in our friendship event to connect with a peer, mentor, or staff in our school. Afterwards, our team will organize a forum where student leaders will lead discussion on various issues pertaining to how relationships affect their mental health and school performance.\r\n\r\nOverall, we hope to address this issue early during the school year in order to provide support through the counselor and psychologist office. Just talking/ sharing the sensitive topics with their peers already provide some relief for many students on our campus. \r\n\r\nSo, thank you for being a great contributor to this lifechanging effort that is giving a positive light to many students.","fullyFundedDate":1732718075421,"projectUrl":"project/friends-4-life/8921947/","projectTitle":"Friends 4 LiFe!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9021839_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y835&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684860155318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9021839"},{"teacherId":9021839,"projectId":8778812,"letterContent":"My students and I appreciate the individual white boards, erasers, and markers. Those who are not confident with their answers are able to participate without feeling embarrassed. \r\n\r\nOthers feel more comfortable helping their classmates in a small group settings that leads to efficiency, and better test scores. Their performances are slowly improving but we have several more months to go until the end of the school year.\r\n\r\nThe results are promising and we are using these supplies more frequently...at least 3 times a week during warm ups, lecture notes, and exit slips activities.\r\n\r\nSo, your contributions are impacting our productivity tremendously and I thank you for them.","fullyFundedDate":1730422666126,"projectUrl":"project/collaboration-in-the-math-classroom/8778812/","projectTitle":"Collaboration in the Math CLASSroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9021839_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y835&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684860155318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9021839"},{"teacherId":7077561,"projectId":8645815,"letterContent":"My theatre students work hard every day to improve their acting skills. They are on their feet moving in our space, trying to make connections with each other through movement and working to block out their scenes. Our classroom is very small and backpacks (our students don't have lockers) and regular size chairs, the space becomes even smaller.\r\n\r\nSince we received our stools we have SO much more space to move! I was actually able to remove one of the tables I have in the room because the stools easily fit six to a table. The students are loving it and feel they can actually experiment and work in our space without feeling they might get hurt or without tripping over each other or their backpacks. The stools have impacted their confidence and their safety. \r\n\r\nThank you for giving them such joy. 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